Thanks for supporting the Farm Team.

Sincerely,

Susan Platt

The Farm Team invites you to join the Honorable Glenn Nye on our "Political Call of the Month"

Congressman Glenn Nye

Congressman Nye sits on the House Armed Services Committee and the House Veterans Affairs Committee in addition to serving as the Chairman of the House Small Business Subcommittee on Contracting and Technology.

POLITICAL CALL OF THE MONTH

With Congressman Glenn Nye (D – VA02)
Wednesday, July 28th from 12:00-12:30 pm

The call will begin promptly at noon, last for one half-hour, and will include time for questions and answers.

To RSVP email us at farmteam.va@gmail.com. Once you rsvp you will be sent your call-in information.

We are limiting the number of callers so rsvp early to reserve your space.

These calls are for current Farm Team members only. To renew your membership, please click here.

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• Delegate Herring Needs Your Help
• Volunteer Night in August
• Del. Herring’s Note On The Restoration of Voting Rights
• BRAC Update

Welcome to Delegate Herring’s Newsletter

Thank you for taking the time to read my newsletter. I hope you find the information in here valuable. As always, please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions, comments, or concerns.

I NEED YOUR HELP

I am hopeful that you have found the work that I have done for the 46th District and for Virginia to be outstanding. In order for me to continue my work, I will need to win my re-election campaign in 2011. I cannot do that without your help, it is that simple. Please contribute $25, $50, $100, or whatever you can today so that I can continue to my work. The most important part of my re-election campaign is communicating with my constituents. I send mailers to my constituents including this weekly newsletter during the year. This costs money. I simply cannot do this without you. I know that money may be tight for you, so a contribution no matter the amount would be appreciated.

VOLUNTEER WITH DEL. HERRING

Please join Delegate Herring on for letter stuffing and pizza, Thursday, August 12, 6:00 – 9:00 PM at the Alexandria Democratic Committee (618 N. Washington Street).

Thank you for taking the time to read my newsletter. As promised, I will continue to update you on the business of the General Assembly and the state throughout the year. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact my office.

Sincerely,

Charniele

DEL. HERRING’S NOTE ON RESTORATION OF VOTING RIGHTS

Yesterday, the Voting Rights Restoration Working Group met before our final report to the Governor is presented in August. The good news is that the Governor’s office has not failed to meet their commitment to restore voters’ rights within 60 days of receiving a completed application. There has been improved coordination between the Courts and the Governor’s office which has lead to a more speedy process and hundreds of applications being approved since April. Given that there has been no change in the Constitution of Virginia allowing for the automatic restoration of voting rights, the movement on the Restoration of Voting Rights is commendable. However, I am concerned with maintaining the status quo – allowing a Virginia Governor to have authority to determine the restoration of voting rights for individuals who have completed their sentences for non-violent felonies. What happens to voting rights, four years from now, should we not have a Governor who does not desire to commit the resources to voting rights restoration for non-violent felons? Under our current system, if a Governor decides not to restore voting rights, then there is no requirement to do so. Therefore, I have always been a supporter of automatic restoration of voting rights.

In preparation of next year’s session, my office is surveying states which have automatic restoration of voting rights to determine if their process is more efficient in terms of the resources committed to determine a person’s eligibility and the time it takes for the process to be complete. If you have any ideas or suggestions, please let me know by emailing me at info@charnieleherring.com.

BRAC UPDATE

This week I met with Senator Warner, state legislators, City and County Officials regarding the Senator’s Study of Federal Funding for Transportation Improvements in BRAC cases which is being conducted by the National Academies Transportation Research Board. As many of you are aware, the Defense Access Road Funding criterion outlines the following scenarios which will allow federal funding for road construction.

• The installation needs a new access road to accommodate the defense action
• A defense action causes traffic to double
• The installation needs a new or improved access road to accommodate a temporary surge in traffic to or from the installation due to a defense action
• The installation needs a new or improved access road to accommodate special military vehicles such as heavy equipment or transport vehicles, or
• The installation needs a road to replace one closed because of military necessity

The problem is that it does not appear that the BRAC 133 will fit within any of these criteria. Therefore, I believe that a declaration by the Secretary of Defense that national security requires the construction is the only hope that we may have to get federal funding which I stressed at the meeting.

Also, please join us on Thursday, July 29, 7:30-9:00 pm for the first Northern Virginia BRAC Working Group. VDOT will discuss VDOT’s Traffic Studies, Access Studies and the New Traffic Study that is about to be started for BRAC 133. Department of Army will do a presentation of its TMP. Ellen Coolidge Burke Library, 4701 Seminary Road, Alexandria, VA. Contact, Office of Delegate Charniele Herring, Jennifer Bissett, Legislative Aide, 703-606-9705, RSVP not required but appreciated so that we can ensure that we have sufficient accommodations.

CONTACT US!

info@charnieleherring.com

PO Box 11779, Alexandria, VA 22312

For more information visit Delegate Herring’s Webiste or Read her Blog and don’t forget to find her on Twitter and Facebook.

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Congressman Glenn Nye

Congressman Nye sits on the House Armed Services Committee and the House Veterans Affairs Committee in addition to serving as the Chairman of the House Small Business Subcommittee on Contracting and Technology.

POLITICAL CALL OF THE MONTH

With Congressman Glenn Nye (D – VA02)
Wednesday, July 28th from 12:00-12:30 pm

The call will begin promptly at noon, last for one half-hour, and will include time for questions and answers.

To RSVP email us at farmteam.va@gmail.com.  Once you rsvp you will be sent your call-in information.

We are limiting the number of callers so rsvp early to reserve your space.

These calls are for current Farm Team members only.  To renew your membership, please click here.

Today, Susan Platt, a founding member of The Farm Team said, “It is regrettable that Rob Wittman’s campaign feels it is acceptable to degrade the Democratic Nominee for Congress for the First Congressional, who happens to be a woman, in such a manner.”

Platt continued, “Krystal is running a smart, issue-oriented campaign and should be treated with respect. Not only is it disrespectful to Mrs. Ball, but to the many other women across Virginia who expect more from their elected officials. We hold our leaders to a higher standard. That’s why we’re supporting Krystal Ball for Congress.”

The comments were in response to a recent online video, www.ontheroadwithrob.com, where Congressman Rob Wittman is challenged on his voting record and his lack of accessibility to his constituents in the 1st district of VA.

The Farm Team is a grassroots organization established in 2008 to recruit, develop, and elect women to public office. More information about the organization can be found at www.farmteam.org.

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After numerous complaints that your Congressman refuses to answer your emails, answer your calls or show up to explain his votes, we decided to bring Rob on the road so people across the 1st District of Virginia would finally have a chance to share their concerns with their Representative.

We have just rolled out a new web site, www.OntheRoadwithRob.com. The site allows you to watch as Krystal travels the district and speaks to constituents about the voting record of the current incumbent, Rob Wittman.

In this video, we take Rob Wittman to task over his votes against the economic interest of his constituents. We listen to voters’ concerns about the Congressman’s notorious lack of accessibility to constituents. The web site also features Congressman Wittman’s Voting Record on key issues such as our veterans, seniors, and Wall Street. Check it out and let us know what you think!

Let’s go On the Road with Rob. WATCH HERE!

Thank you for all of your support on the road!

Danny Barefoot

Campaign Manager
Krystal Ball for Congress

PS. Help Krystal stay on the road with Rob with a $5, $25 or $50 contribution today!

The Disability Power & Pride Political Action Committee, or PAC, will host its first fund-raiser on Monday after forming little more than a week ago. Already, however, organizers say they’re garnering broad support. Backers include American Association of People with Disabilities head Andrew Imparato, National Council on Disability chair Jonathan Young and former Congressman Tony Coelho who helped push the Americans with Disabilities Act through Congress.

“People in the disability community are incredibly interested,” says Stephen Bennett, who serves as the PAC’s chairman outside of his day job as head of United Cerebral Palsy. “The disability rights movement has always been a second class citizen, but I think people are waking up.”…

Senator Webb serves on the following congressional committees:

• Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, where he serves as chairman of the East Asia & Pacific Affairs Subcommittee
• Senate Committee on Armed Services, where he serves as chairman of the key Personnel Subcommittee
• Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee
• Joint Economic Committee

POLITICAL CALL OF THE MONTH

With Senator Jim Webb (D – VA)
Friday, July 16th from 12:00-12:30 pm

The call will begin promptly at noon, last for one half-hour, and will include time for questions and answers.

To RSVP email us at farmteam.va@gmail.com .  Once you rsvp you will be sent your call-in information.

We are limiting the number of callers so rsvp early to reserve your space.

These calls are for current Farm Team members only.  To renew your membership, please click here.

Warm Regards,

Susan Platt

The beginning of July has been incredibly successful and eventful for Krystal’s Congressional Campaign. We kicked off our campaign across the district on June 26th at three incredibly well attended rallies, and Krystal continued talking with voters at several events on Independence Day weekend. Sincere thanks to all volunteers and attendees that made these events so successful.

Only 115 Days until Election Day—November 2nd, 2010

A.   Volunteer Opportunities

Battleground Region Phone Bank and Potluck—Thursday, July 15th from 5-8 PM

Fredericksburg Headquarters 105 William St. Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Join us and volunteers from the Fredericksburg metropolitan area to make calls and feel free to bring your favorite dish.

Contact: Todd Williams—Todd@KrystalBallforCongress.com, 888-577-2010

Fredericksburg Volunteer and Team Leader Training—Saturday, July 17th from 2-5 PM

 Fredericksburg Headquarters 105 William St. Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Learn about the Krystal Ball field strategy and neighbor-to-neighbor program followed by phone banking and canvassing (weather permitting).

Contact: Todd Williams—Todd@KrystalBallforCongress.com, 888-577-2010

Historic Triangle Volunteer and Team Leader Training—Sunday, July 18th from 2-5 PM

 Williamsburg Office 1220 Richmond Rd. Unit B Williamsburg, VA 23185

Learn about the Krystal Ball field strategy and neighbor-to-neighbor program followed by phone banking and canvassing (weather permitting).

Contact: Jared Calfee—Jared@KrystalBallforCongress.com, (804) 347-7270

100 Days Canvass—Saturday, July 24th

Fredericksburg Headquarters, Williamsburg Office, and TBA staging locations across the district

Let’s mark 100 Days until the November election by knocking doors across the district. If you are interested in helping us stage a canvass or phone bank for your neighborhood, please contact me at Aimee@KrystalBallforcongress.com.

 Krystal will be launching the canvass from the Williamsburg office at 10 AM.

As always, you can stop by either office anytime and make calls or pick up a walk packet!

B.   Supporter Housing

As we get further along in the general election, our campaign team keeps growing with new organizers hitting the ground to recruit volunteers and talk with voters to ensure Krystal’s victory in November. I’m really excited about the progress we’ve made with just our first two organizers joining the North District team, but we’ll be having more come on shortly.

As I’m sure you know, rent and cost of living in the area is high, and it especially difficult to find rentals if you’re only here for a few months. To attract the most talented organizers from across the country, we need to have affordable or no cost  housing options.

If you live in the Fredericksburg Metropolitan area and would be interested in housing staff, even temporarily, please contact Campaign Manager Danny Barefoot at Danny@KrystalBallforCongress.com or 888-577-2010.

C.   Upcoming House Parties and Meet & Greets

Saturday, July 17th at 3 PM- Williamsburg at the Home of Nancy Hummel

Saturday, July 24th at 2 PM- Ford’s Colony (Williamsburg) at the Home of Rebecca Shulklapper

Saturday, July 24th at 5 PM- Kingsmill (Williamsburg)

If you are interested in attending or hosting a house party, please contact Natalie Martin—Natalie@KrystalBallforCongress.com , 888-577-2010.

D.   Fundraising

Thanks to everyone who contributed to a very successful fundraising quarter! With your help our campaign has raised over $750,000. This quarter saw a sweeping influx of low-dollar donors and we now have almost 5,000 individual donors. Thank you all!

Thank you for your continued support for Krystal in 2010!

Democratically yours,

Aimee Collins-Mandeville
Field Director
Krystal Ball for Congress
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888.577.2010
Aimee@KrystalBallforCongress.com
KBforCongress.com

Hosts
Ivan Jecklin & Allison Weinstein
(Host Committee Still in formation)

And Special Guest
House Minority Leader Ward Armstrong 

For a
Reception
Hors d’oeuvres and beverages will be served

Benefitting
Krystal Ball
Democratic Nominee for Congress VA-1 

Sunday, July 25th 2010
4:00pm – 6:00pm

 The home of Ivan Jecklin & Allison Weinstein
640 Walsing Drive
Richmond, Virginia 23229

Suggested contribution levels:
Host $1,000 *Co-Host $500
Sponsor $250 * Guest $100

 Delegate Armstrong has been a member of the Virginia House of Delegates since 1992. He serves on the Courts of Justice, Finance, and Rules committees. He was elected Minority Leader of the Virginia House of Delegates in 2007.
Krystal Ball is running an exciting and historic race in Virginia’s 1st Congressional District. Krystal is a small business owner, mother and a lifelong Virginian. If successful, Krystal will be the youngest woman ever elected to the House of Representatives. 

Please RSVP to Rebekah at (888) 577-2010 or Rebekah@KrystalBallforCongress.com